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Designs in today's post. Lisa creates meaningful, unique, handmade jewelry for both gals and guys.Most people have already quit their New Year’s resolutions. Sticking to your one thing will require faith, but it could be your biggest return yet.
So, you’ve picked your One Word For 2011 and like a new toy you open at Christmas, you haven’t been able to put it down. Not even for a second.
It’s been about two weeks since. Are you tempted to just forget the whole thing?
According to a study conducted by a British University professor, more than 50% of people who made new year resolutions quit one week later. A third of those who kept them had one thing in common: they shared their convictions with a family or friend.
You may find yourself drifting towards old patterns and fears. Don’t be discouraged.
Share with others to get encouraged.
Three ways to share your One Word:
1) Keep sharing your One Word with God. He’s the one that put it there.
2) Freshen up. Look up the verses in the Bible that spotlights your One Word (or words close to it).
I use Crosswalk’s BibleStudyTools.com to do this fun exercise. It’s amazing to hear God speak my One Word in so many different ways.
Type your One Word in the ‘Search’ box — and out spits the verses that uses your words.
It’s cool to see your One Word show up in different verses. Just select a different translation in the pull down menu.
3) Share your One Word with family or friend.
Beware: Share it with people who are for you and won’t deflate you.
If you haven’t done it, share your One Word here on Faith Barista ( Click here to submit your One Word post or word. )
We’ll be exploring our One Words together. You have a safe community online here.
Who we are becoming is more important than what we are accomplishing.
We’re in the discovery together.
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Lisa will be giving away one (1) $50 Gift Certificate to a randomly selected winner.
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To Enter:
BY 1/23/10 Sunday Midnight PST:
1. Tell me your favorite Bible Coffee Drink from the menu below — leave a comment below.
For Extra Entries:
2. Subscribe to Faith Barista. Leave an additional comment letting me know. You’re entered again.
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Thank you to everyone who entered — I enjoyed learning your fave Bible coffee drinks! Congratulations to Anna Faustini #78!
What’s Your Favorite Bible Coffee Drink?
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Black Coffee – Likes the Word plain and straight.
You are a hard core Berean, who enjoys printing out the text without paragraph breaks, line by line.
Your Bible is clean from notes or commentaries, just the Scriptures and maybe a concordance. You hold a separate collection of Bible dictionaries and commentaries for reference and stuff your notes in 3-ring binders that cause your shelves to sag.
Cappuccino – Likes the Word like a shot of espresso, indulged with frothy foam.
You enjoy digging into the Word with notes and commentaries readily available, inserted alongside the text.
Your Bible is a Study Bible, and it’s most likely the NASB translation, although you switch between that and NIV. You underline and make notes in the margin. The Good Book is covered in either (faux) leather or in a canvas Bible cover.
Latte – Likes the Word, rich and creamy, and enjoys a foamy mustache.
You love walking through the Word with companions of devotional thoughts or inspirational questions.
Your bookshelf is never short of a fave devotional or Bible Study series. Your Bible might be a Life Application Bible, or it’s simply paired with your favorite “Daily Bread” or stacked on top of a study book.
Mocha – Likes the Word, like a chocolaty treat, a rich confectionery splurge.
You love journaling in the Word, reflecting on Christian writing, meditations or even art, music and photography.
The Word comes alive in a mosaic of artistic expressions. Your Bible might be a Journaling Bible where you weave whatever prompts your heart into God’s words. You are an artist who takes in the Word and sees it reflected in unexpected places.
What is your favorite Bible drink?
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412 Comments
Mocha! Definitely 😀 I love how you you did this. Now the words is even funner..LOL
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okay, i like my real coffee black, but when it comes to the word, it looks like i’m a cappuccino. NIV study bible and anything else i can get my hands on to go deeper.
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Don’t like coffee but LOVE the Word of God… I guess that makes me Latte. I love reading with devotionals and my Bible lately. I use to be Cappuccino and still often refer back to my Study Bible.
And in real life I love having Chai Tea Latte.
.-= Katie´s last blog ..Trusting Gods Best =-.
I am Cappuccino With a sprinkle of Latte. Interesting how you unfolded my Bible study time with those cappuccino words. I am sure like many of you would agree this coffee keeps greeting sweeter. Think I’ll take another drink tonight before I go to bed
My tastes have been changing in recent years. I used to be more cappuccino, but find myself becoming more mocha. For much of my life, I approached God’s word academically but am now finding the Spirit applying truth and feeding my soul as I meet others who speak God’s word to me in art, music, poetry, and photography.
.-= Nancy´s last blog ..Benedict- You Scoundrel =-.
I am black coffee and a once-in-a-while latte. That keeps things mixed up on a great level for me. Thank you so much for how you present and help us along on this site.
I am a cappuccino girl! Last year when I bought my bible I considered myself a “newbie” into the reading of the bible. I had so many questions that the only bible that made sense was to buy the one which gave more explanations and “behind the scenes commentary”. ;-}
Nice give away…although I haven’t posted here what MY word of 2011 is….. I have posted a couple of times on my blog about my word. TRUST!
I am trusting in the LORD for strength in myself, my family and my life. It’s a great word!
I have been a Faith Barista subscriber for a while now. I am sitting here with my coffee enjoying this site. It is cold and dreary out, however my soul is warmed here today!
Have to say a latte with a little bit of mocha on the side 🙂
.-= Deb Martell´s last blog ..Until He Comes =-.
My 2011 word is TRUST found in the NIV 87 times. That surprised me. I thought it would be more than that! My coffee – black with a dollop of frothy foam. 🙂
My one word would definitly be FORWARD as it`s nessacary for me to spread the word of GOD, and that can`t be done in one word.
I guess I’d be a Mocha Cappucino! I love my study Bible since it answers questions I have immediately. But I LOVE reading devotionals and Christian authors who really make me think.
I subscribe via Google Reader!
OK I just LOVE how you put it in coffee form.
I’m a cross between Mocha and Black I think. Depending on the where I am at the moment.
Which is too funny since (aside from a little cream) those are the only ways I take my real coffee.
I love Lisa’s stuff. And even if I don’t win I am going to get my word for myself for Valentines day. :o)
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Oh I already subscribe and just FB shared it.
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I’m definitely ‘Latte – Likes the Word, rich and creamy, and enjoys a foamy mustache.’
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I tweeted 🙂
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I also subscribed 🙂
Melanie
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Ah, the smell of coffee draws me in – the taste – not so much. However, the way you described the study of the Word helps me find myself among coffee terms. In this year of transformation, I notice a benefit from added flexibility in my approach to time in the Word; new ways work my muscles differently. So, as a longtime cappaccino kind of gal, I am now mixing in the mocha and latte throughout the week. I am tasting and seeing how good the Lord is, no matter what my preference.
Enjoy the week!
.-= Donna´s last blog ..One Year Old and Still Singing! =-.
I have to admit that I can’t decide.. sometimes I’m a straight shot of espresso and often I’m a mocha girl, living and loving the poetry of the Word…
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I’m already a faithful subscriber 🙂
Just tweeted for you
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Posted on Facebook as well — my, my.. what a girl will do for jewelry
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Mocha for me!
I’m a subscriber
Shared on Twitter
Shared on FB
Straight black, straight from God!
BTW, already a subscriber too.
I am a mix of cappuccino and latte depending on the day. I am new to reading the Bible so like to read the commentaries and take notes but…I also like to have a little latte devotional time where I can relate to what others have written about their christian walk. Good Stuff!
I love this site, came to me at just the right time when I needed kind words and a warm cup. I have subscribed using Google reader.
I’m definately a mocha cappuccino. I love digging into the word, journaling it and on the side I like a healthy dose of christian books to journal and meditate on.
I’m a latte. I have several different study bibles and also do some study online. Never enough devotionals either.
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I’m a subscriber!
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Life Application Bible for me (preferably New Living Translation) = Latte gal! Already a subscriber. Have to say that I enjoy your challenges, Bonnie!
I’m definitely a mocha kind of girl. Thanks for the encouraging words today Bonnie!
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I’m a mocha for sure! 🙂
I was raised to believe that the black coffee Bible was the only way to go… but as I got older and craved more knowledge and understanding my tastebuds for the Word quickly evolved into a Mocha! 🙂
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reading your coffee descriptions were so fun! 😀 i’m mostly Cappuccino with a bit of Mocha 🙂
Mocha….YUM!!!!! I also like how you described each choice!!
My one word would be “FABULOUS”…
I just turned 40 and my attitude is that 40 is fabulous and so for 2011 that will be my over all attitude..!!! 🙂
Blessings
Tina
Mocha is definitely my choice. I always find myself journaling and working through the Word in that way.
I subscribe to your blog!
Shared on my Facebook!
Shared on Twitter @megsmorningcup
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Great advice on keeping up with our one word. Thanks so much, Bonnie.
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my regular = Cappuccino! and some Lattes fairly often..and an occasional Mocha, if I have the time 🙂 (oh, and I subscribe as well)
Mocha! I love my journaling bible. 🙂
.-= Jacky {The Sweetest Petunia}´s last blog ..blooms new product! =-.
My favorite is a latte with any flavor but especially mocha. It is delish. Thank you for your kind words and insightful words. They refresh my soul and make me happy. God bless. Love what you do
What a great idea, my word is faith! I asked the Lord for a verse for this year and He gave me Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage ; be not afraid , neither be thou dismayed : for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. Faith is the opposite of fear. I want to have faith, more and fear, less. Thanks for all the great Words of encouragement you share!
Blessings 🙂
Oops, I didn’t read all the directions. I’m becoming a mocha. I was all bottled up for most of my younger years. God has been opening my heart and sparking my creativity. He’s been giving me songs to share and sing and a ministry of encouragement to friends & family. Wow, He’s so good! Many Blessings, Laura 🙂
I’m a subscriber
Latte is my fav Bible coffee drink! The Bible is our blue print for life. What a sweet idea to bless someone with a beautiful piece of jewelry! God bless!
Thanks for the link. It gave me many scriptures to memorize and hide in my heart. Also some to include on my vision board which I am currently working on.
I love Lisa Leonards designs, own one of her creations and would love to have another. My Granddaughter who just turned 13 requested a Lisa Leonard necklace for Christmas. It was, according to her, her favorite gift this Christmas.
Hugs, Sunny
oh Bonnie – love these coffee descriptions…and I’m on the same page with you, well almost, I looked up all the verses on “laziness” – because that’s an OPPOSITE on my word (Faithful). Sitting at the park, soaking up God’s word and journaling was a great exercise.
So coffee drink. I have my cappuccino in the morning and mocha at night! 😉
Not sure if I linked up my word, yet…gonna go do that now!
.-= Melissa´s last blog ..I Am A Mother of Daughters =-.
Between a mocha and a cappacino.
.-= Nikole Hahn´s last blog ..Freedom in Silence =-.
I think I would have to chose “Mocha – Likes the Word, like a chocolaty treat, a rich confectionery splurge.”
.-= Kevin Martineau´s last blog ..I hate judgmental people =-.
Just tweeted about it! 🙂
.-= Kevin Martineau´s last blog ..Plan B Giveaway and Book Club =-.
Cappuccino and Latte =) And just subscribed!
Somedays I’m a black coffee kind of girl, somedays a mocha kind. It all depends . . .
.-= Sheryl´s last blog ..The TCK Story =-.
Bonnie, you are so right. I have already been challeged to give up on “seek”ing. But I’m not giving up. I believe God is going to teach me alot as I “seek” His face. Yes, I have already begun going through a concordance and writing in my journal all the verses about “seek”ing….I’m a cappucinno girl. Every now and again I like a latte. 🙂
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I’ve already subscribed. Does that count? 😉
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I shared on Facebook. 🙂
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Too. totally. funny!!! I’m the tea drinker remember–but I am SO very much a Cappuccino! I really have NO idea what is in a real cappuccino, but I have the Precepts Inductive Study Bible in the NASB version in real leather and zipped into the IISB case because it is stuffed with loose notes and there must be a place for my pen and colored pencils for notes and highlighting. And yes, I got the PISB because of the wide margins so there is LOTS of room for making notes, marking and writing in Bible dictionary and original word defs and personal “aha’s”! I am so laughing over this, Bonnie! 🙂
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I just subscribed for email updates…thanks!
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My favorite drink is a Latte – Likes the Word, rich and creamy, and enjoys a foamy mustache.
When I wake up early in the morning to meet God, I have my coffee, my Bible, my prayer journal, a devotional, and several Christian books geared toward women that I am currently devouring.
I am also a subscriber to your site because it so encourages me.
Thank you for being there….
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okay–just tweeted it too! Thanks Bonnie…still chuckling… 🙂
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MOCHA – in the bible as well as in life 🙂
And I subscribed. Thanks!
Mocha: The Lord has become SO real to me within the past few months. I’m so excited!!! Now it’s taken some hard situations to get me to look up, but everyday I feel as I’m walking away and saying, “Wow, that was definitely a God thing.”:) I hope I never lose my new perspective!!!
I’m a Latte with Mocha on the side! Thanks for the wonderful description – any way you drink it – it’s WONDERFUL!
Definitely latte! I like to have devotionals and bible studies along with my bible.
.-= Patty Coleman´s last blog ..THE KNIGHTLY NEWS- Would YOU like to go to Egypt =-.
I am a Cappuccino!
Hi Bonnie!
I am definitely a Berean. My time in college with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship taught me to love studying the Word with no assumptions or foreknowledge.
I love a fresh manuscript full of questions and observations that I haven’t marked up yet, ready to see what themes come up as I mark up the text.
I have also subscribed to your blog through a reader.
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and i just tweeted sharing your blog link and giveaway! 🙂
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I like it black – straight up the way it is! I had to giggle at the Bible being free of notes line – that’s definitely me. My notes are in separate journals and that’s the way I like it!
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Also, I subscribed – so glad to discover this lovely blog!
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How interesting to have our Bible reading and study traits linked to coffee. And in my case so true. I love cappuccinos and I also have an NIV Study Bible in a leatherette cover (Have had it for years). I have tried and read other versions over the years but I always return to it because I like the study notes. Now I have begun Bible College classes and I have bought a NKJ version but with study notes. The cappuccino trait !
I like to mix it up and am a little bit of both…Latte & Mocha. Warms my heart! 🙂
My word for the year is THANKFUL.
I’m a Cappuccino. And I just want to say how grateful I am to (in)courage that I could find faithfull bloggers like you. What a blessing you are! I will be a subscriber when I’m done posting this!
Mine is Cappuccino. Definitely. Dig, dig,dig.
I’m a Latte :). Every morning before I get out of bed I grab my phone and read one chapter of the Bible. I’m currently in Jeremiah. I then read a Dayspring devotion – that’s how I found you :). Then read another devotion on my phone. My word for 2011 is FAITH: Fantastic Adventure In Trusting Him. In Christ, Stacey 🙂
I subscribed – so I’ve entered the contest a second time. My word for the year is Praise and Adoration. Actually I have two words. I want to praise and adore Him all year – and all of my life. I want to go out with my banner waving – praise and adoration to my Redeemer.
.-= Elizabeth Rhodes´s last blog ..Mid January =-.
I think I’m a cross between black, latte, and mocha if that is possible.
I would have to say my favorite is the Bible Cappuccino! 🙂
I also subscribed. Thank you!!
.-= Amanda Toney´s last blog ..A Trip Down Memory Lane =-.
hmmmm, I guess I’m really a Mocha girl with a little bit of a black coffee heart….I like the straight up WORD but love to write things God has spoken into my heart right on in there on the pages of the WORD…..:>)
much love,
Amy M
Interesting question … I think I might have bibles that fall into each of these categories. My daily readings are definitely a latte right now and I have my black coffee bible that I take to church and bible study.
.-= Danica´s last blog ..Christmas Stitching =-.
I’m definitely the Cappuccino. I am forever highlighting or underlining or writing in my Bible.
.-= Jen´s last blog ..IdeaCamp- Adoption =-.
Latte!
I tweeted!
I subscribed in my Google Reader.
Same for my real life and spiritual life! I’m totally a cappuccino girl, love the richness of the Word and my coffee first thing before anything else!
I’m subscribed!
You can find me sliding up to the coffee bar and ordering two- cappuccino and mocha. My Bible is an NIV study Bible with notes and journalings. I underline verses, color code key words and highlight in the study notes. Along margins are notes and journal writings, quotes and dates, names of the people for whom I pray that specific Scripture.
My latest journal note: Psalm 18:24 The Message version right next to the NIV inked on my page…. “God rewrote the text of my life when I opened the book of my heart to His eyes.”
When this Bible is all written over and colored the new one is chosen and with a deep breath I embark on the next. The adventure of living out the living Word. The ink of His Word flowing in and through my life.
It was fun to figure out my favourite Bible Coffee drink. I think I’m mainly a Latte but from time to time go for the Mocha (this is my coffee-drinking style too). I start my day with my bible and two devotionals but sometimes when time permits, I enjoy journalling how the Lord speaks to me and reflecting on Christian writing.
Thanks Bonnie!
I am a Cappuccino – Likes the Word like a shot of espresso, indulged with frothy foam.
🙂
I am definitely Latte!!!!!!
Subscribed to your blog today too! Thank you for sharing your faith!
.-= Hope´s last blog ..Oh CVSHow I love you!!! =-.
I have to agree with the person who said I’m a latte with a mocha on the side! I love the word, and diving in deep! I long to be as addicted to His words as I am my morning Java!
I would have to say latte. I love a good devotional that digs deeper meaning from scripture then I may have understood on my own.
iam certainly a latte! i just found your site and iam enjoying reading through.
I’m a cappuccino ~ but lately I’ve been digging into the New Living Translation, too! Fun descriptions!! 🙂
Mocha! I love to be surrounded by the word in all 5 senses. Wrapped like a blanket.
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Latte for sure – love those thought-provoking, refelective questions to push me forward in my faith 🙂
I like mine black with the occasional latte thrown in. I never would have thought about this in this way, but I really like your characterizations. What a creative and fun way to look at it! Thanks!
I alternate between Cappuccino & Latte. NASB is my all time favorite translation.
I’m a Latte.
Looks like I am a Berean – I like God’s word served straight up!! In real life, give me a cupful of cream in my coffee! Thanks for this offer!
Well, I guess I’d be a Cappuccino, study and learn. Only with the Word, though, diet cola is my drink. :0)
I’m a Cappuccino/Latte. Love to do research, and I write in my Bible all the time, but I switch between ESV and NIV. But I gotta have my devotional books too!
Cappuccino for me. 🙂
I’m subscribed! Can’t wait to get those e-mails to start my day!
I am a cappuccino!! I love to go a little bit deeper and always look for the extra little footnotes and thoughts scribbled on the edges.
I am a latte drinker….it is kinda cool….that is my favorite drink at the coffee shop as well 🙂
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I subscribe to the RSS feed!!
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I would have to say I’m a latte and maybe a dab of mocha. I loved reading these! I am a coffee lover and I totally related to this! Thank you for your amazing blog!
I’ve shared this with all my Facebook friends!
I am now a subscriber! Thank you!
Just shared it on my Facebook 🙂
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I am definitely a cappuccino! I have have copious notes in the margins and several underlined texts! I do appreciate the NASB, but I also love my ESV!
Bonnie,
I love your blog! I am so glad I stopped by. I am a Cappu, but have been a black coffee lately. I will subscribe etc… and come back later to let you know.
Ginger
I would say I was definitely a cappuccino drinker. Not only is my Bible, a Thomson Chain Reference, marked up with highlighter and notes in the margins, but I also bought those little stickie note flags and flagged pages of the verses I had highlighted. There are so many that I have a hard time finding a particular book when listening to a sermon because of all the flags!
Cappuccino most definately, but I also like Lattes and Mochas. My translation though is an NIV, but I love to compare it with the KJ. I love this way of thinking about how you like to look at The Word, I look forward to sharing this with others. Thank you.
I’m a mocha – – or more realistically I think I’m a bit of each – – does that make me a “mixed drink?” 🙂 I love digging in, exploring, studying . . . .I, too love my NASB!!! (and yes, mine is highlighted with notes and prayers written in it)
I like the “Black Coffee”. In fact, I prefer KJV. 🙂
Great giveaway!
I would have to say a Mocha. I’m a Latte. This description describes my bedside table as we speak! I enjoy a good study. Thanks!
I subscribed through the link, too!
Definitely Mocha!!!
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I’m definitely a cappuccino! (But mine’s an ESV study bible) 🙂
I’m following your blog now… thanks!
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I am a mocha coffee drinker. I love to see the Word displayed in the beauty of the world around me.
Oh my…at first I thought that I was Black Coffee because I do have alot of binders and my shelves are definitely sagging. However I find that I’m more of a MOCHA kinda gal…with many journals and they are all treats 😉
I would have to say mocha! I love music and photography and the Lord!
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Mocha, baby, MOCHA! 🙂 : )
Mocha! I am excited by Truth in whatever form it takes and love that God, as Creator, shows Himself through all means and medium. 🙂
Cappuccino. I am in the process of revitalinzing my spiritual side and your site and InCourage are a blessing in my journey.
I subscribed to Faith Barista too! Thanks for the giveaway!
Hi Bonnie,
I am definitely a mocha girl! Thank you for sharing your heart with the web-family daily. You are a blessing. Keep up the good work!
Becky
I have subsrcibed to Faith Barista also. Thank you so much for sharing your faith with me.
Definitely a mocha! I have scripture surrounding me everywhere to remind me of God’s grace and love. If I read something that hits me, I write it down…on whatever is available. My calendar has notes written all over the place, not to mention my bible:)
I’m most likely a Mocha….. 🙂 I see God’s word and praise through all kinds of things. From the Bible to Creation to something we talked about at Youth Group…. and sooo much more. 🙂
I subscribed to “Faith Barista”. Your blog makes me happy:)
I’m a latte somedays and a mocha others…I read at night, and so it depends on what happens during the day as to how I approach the Word (whether my reading helps me just to lay down in comfort, or whether it inspires me to do my own writing!).
The latte for sure!
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I’ve subscribed!
;~}
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I am definitely a “latte” type of girl. But I also love to journal. 🙂
I just subscribed to your feed. Thanks so much for writing such inspirational words to encourage me! 🙂
I love a good cappuccino! In both a drink and Bible Study 🙂
I am subscribed to your blog!
I posted this to my facebook profile wall as well. Can you tell I love Lisa Leonard’s designs! I have yet to own a piece of my own, but I’ve left strong suggestions for the husband for Valentines Day! 🙂 Thanks for this contest. 🙂
Cappuccino – Likes the Word like a shot of espresso, indulged with frothy foam.
Although they All “taste” good! It was the NASB that nabbed me 🙂
I am a cappuccino with a little latte thrown in. I love my leather-bound NIV Study Bible – it feels like a friend when I pick it up, and I know I’m going to get to have a great conversation with the Lover of my Soul, but I also really dig good devotionals and always have 2-3 going at a time. God speaks to me so much through those, and leads me to dig deeper and more meaningfully into His word through them. 🙂 I’m a newbie to your site, but am so glad I found it! 🙂 (Came over from in-Courage.)
I suppose I’m a latte, though I particularly enjoy the Bible with chocolate (just like Don Miller’s friend Penny in “Blue Like Jazz”). I have a side-by-side Message/NIV Bible and it is covered with pink highlighter, book marks, and a spiral notebook tucked in the front pocket filled with my sermon notes.
I just became a subscriber as well through my Google feed. 🙂
I am defintiely cappuccino! I love Precepts and have been studying the Bible this way for the past 8 years.
I’m a mocha! 🙂
I guess I’m a Cappuccino girl. I LOVE the word. I am grateful for help from those who have gone before ~ commentaries. But it is all about the WORD for me. Blessings!
I like black coffee. I love when people mark in their Bibles and I would love to be able to do that, but I just can’t bring myself to do it! I take extensive notes in my moleskin journals, but never in my Bible!
I have now subscribed to receive your blog via email. Thanks! Blessings!
Latte for me! Love the comparisons between the coffee and Word. Rich and creamy…love it!!
I’m a latte girl… but the mocha sounds great too!
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I shared the post on Facebook 🙂
and… I subscribed to the feed!
I’m a Latte Bible girl and my word is WISDOM. I need it so!
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Berean. I love my King James bible.
WHAT IF I DON’T DRINK COFFEE, OR HAVE IT WITH HALF AND HALF??
I’m a Cappuccino with an occasional latte thrown in! Love these descriptions, and I will be subscribing.
Just got my confirmation that I am subscribed to Faith Barista!
I subscribed via RSS feed!
latte….my life application bible is nicely marked up from bible study classes and I love it!
just discovered your website through (In)courge and have signed up for your emails. Looking forward to them 🙂
I alternate between black coffee and latte!
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I’m a cappuccino woman. I have a NIV Life Application Study Bible and it’s full of notes and underlines. I also participate in bible studies on a continual basis. I like to be saturated in the Word!
I’m a cappuccino woman!
In this context, cappucino. Sometimes black, but right now I’m really enjoying a new study Bible.
I subscribed. I loved your post at (in)courage today, to which I also subscribe.
I like a cappuccino!
Mine is a Latte. I have a devotional that I read along with my Bible. It helps me understand a bit more.
My word of the year is “focus” and my Bible Coffee Drink is definitely Black. Just plain readin’ from the KJV.
Mocha me, baby!:)
I’m a latte!
I am a latte! I love using a daily devotional in combination with my life application bible. The scripture from the devotional helps me focus on one scripture as a starting point for my day. I use this scripture to guide and direct me and help me with everything I do in that day.
Cappuccino almost exclusively!! I love the NASB.
I just shared on Facebook!
Black Coffee please – what a great idea – thank you. Sara
Definitely a mix of all of them….but MOCHA is my favorite.
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side note: love the grace necklace – i have been looking for one just like it -thanks, Sara
Latte – but make it a strong one please! I really like studying with The Message beside me – its paragraphs and common language really do it for me some days. Other days, I immerse myself in the words I memorized as a child and let them wash over me. But I always like commentary with my study – whether written or from other believers.
I’m a Mocha!
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Black – but I would add a little cream (holy spirit inspirations) and sugar (underlining, stars, exclamation points!)
Latte would be me…..love the devotionals and applications!!!
I am a Latte! I love my KJV Bible, but I love to dig and use devotionals as well. I love making notes and having Scripture all over my house! Each day I write God’s Word on my heart, sing it, and meditate on it so I wont easily be thrown off His path.
I’m a latte drinker for daily devotions but gimme black coffee for deep scripture study! There’s a place for all of these “drinks” depending on my mood.
PS. LOVE Lisa Leonard’s stuff!!
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I’d have to say I’m a mix between a cappuccino and a mocha. I love the NASB translation and my study bible is full of notes, underlines and highlights. The only thing is that I need to journal alongside of that to really get the most from it. 🙂 I have been eyeing those necklaces, Bonnie. Fun giveaway!
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I’m a subscriber!
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I tweeted!
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I facebooked! 🙂
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I’m a Coffee with God girl! Each morning with many devotionals to choose from and a hot cup of coffee…Praise and Prayer I persue God!
Thanks for becoming a part of that for me!
I have subscribed!
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I must change my Coffee choice! LOL…I reread your blog post and realized I am a Mocha! 🙂
Although for health reasons I don’t indulge often in the rich creaminess of the actual drink…my time with God and in His Word is the epidomy of this Rich and Creamy decadance!
😉 I hope this is ok.
Blessings, Andrea
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I’m a latte girl 🙂
Mine is Cappuccino!!!
I’ve just subscribec to Faith Barista…..looking forward to receiving this!!!
I subscribed.
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I tweeted! 🙂
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I FaceBooked it!
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Definitely a Mocha!! Clever descriptions & great giveaway!! (Ohhhhh that necklace!!! love it!) 🙂
CAPPUCCINO…….Love my Women’s daily reading version!!! 🙂
Straight black for me – although I am feeling a bit more adventurous this year, so who knows – anything could happen!
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I’m a latte’! I love reading devotionals in order to get my Word..but I’ve been finding the benefit of simply diving into the Bible by myself and seeing what God has to say 🙂
Cappuccino for me!
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I also subscribed.
I bought the word of the year necklace for myself and I love it. Grace is my word this year – the necklace is as beautiful as you can imagine! I’d love to get my husband something.
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I would like a “Latte” please!
Mocha please!!
Latte for me!
I am a latte, but am trying to just read the Bible and listen!
…AND I subscribed to your blog, Faith Barista, for another entry! 🙂
I’m a Cappuccino!
mocha for me!!
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Black Coffee Bible study for me…& maybe a group of women to share it with. 🙂
Latte for me!
Mocha. Although, I often have felt guilty about that. Feeling like I “should” drink it black. Thank you for pointing out the different types of Bible study, it is making me think!
I’m a Latte. While I love the Word straight at times, I also enjoy reading along with a devotional.
I’m a Cappuccino!! 🙂 Love the froth… 🙂
I’m a Cappuccino. =)
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I subscribed also using my Leisha.NiCole email address 🙂
I tweeted…. 🙂
I’d say I’m usually a black coffee Bible-drinker, but I like to mix in a mocha pretty often.
Hi Bonnie,
Definitely mocha for me! I love it.
Blessing,
karen 🙂
I subscribed!
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Mocha 🙂 It’s awesome how God speaks through His Word and through all of life in a beautiful mosaic – a splendid, all-encompassing display. I love seeing His work everywhere and journaling and reflecting on all His goodness and presence and ways 🙂
I like mine, “Mocha”. I digest things as I write…I think God speaks to me through the words I write on the pages.
I subscribed, your blog is wonderful!
Mocha for me, please 🙂
.-= wendy´s last blog ..sewing again =-.
I am a mocha girl!
It’s a toss up between cappuccino and mocha. Can you make mine a mocha cappuccino? Oh, and throw in a group of God’s girls to study it with! LOL!
I entered already with the mocha comment and I just subscribed for the first time.
I’m mostly a mocha girl but there are days that I need God’s Word straight up and black. Great post. I love Lisa Leonard’s necklaces.
I subscribed to Faith Barista!
Definitely Cappucino!! I even have the NASB Study Bible – in faux leather!
chocolate? did someone say chocolate?
Mocha please!
Shared today’s post on my Facebook page.
Latte for me. I love to have some current companions along with my bible reading. It helps me really dig in and apply the Word to my everyday life.
I also subscribed. Thanks for your post today!
Cappucino — mmmmm! Mine is the Spirit Filled Life Bible, NKJV. Lots of notes in my margins.
I am a latte. I would love to win a necklace too!!
I also subscribed to your blog!!
And I also shared this on facebook.
I’m new to this blog, and I love it. I’m currently finding my way out of a deep, dark hole where I’ve been just keeping my head above water. I’m trusting that God will show me how to have renewed faith in Him. It’s ironic to find you today. Often my username is “Starbucks Queen”, and my friends know I cannot live without my daily coffee. I’m sure God led me to you as the Faith Barista for a very good reason!!!!
My one word is: RESOLVE. (firmness of purpose; determination; steadfastness)
Mocha For Me 🙂
I just subscribed to Faith Barista.
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I started out black, but now find myself enjoying “cappucino”!
Cappuccino fits me to a “tee”!
I am a new subscriber!
My word for the year is “simplify”!
I’m a Cappuccino!
I subscribed also! Thank you!
I’m a latte! and I love doing bible study coffee shop style- in Community!
Latte please, as I enjoy the extra devotionals and Bible Studies.
Just subscribed too 🙂
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HHHMMMM…can I pick all of the coffee brews?! No, oh well! I will take the Cappuccino – Likes the Word like a shot of espresso, indulged with frothy foam (and a little chocolate syrup-just to spice it up a little). I like to sip the Word but then I want a little extra jolt on the side (the notes and such)
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Mocha!!!
Cappuccino for me. Down deep is it rich and memorable. I love it when a truth sneeks up on you and then grabs you where you can’t forget it. Yum!
Cappuccino, please!
I’m an email subscriber!
Mocha please 🙂
I’m a mocha. 🙂
I am definitely a latte kind of girl!!
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And I tweeted about it too! @aprileroland
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Latte !
Latte! Venti please 🙂
Subscriber via Google Reader
Subscribed!
I’m a latte girl!
I subscribed to Faith Barista a couple of months ago – and really enjoy it!
Mocha please! I love Lisa Leonard and have the heart-strings necklace already thanks to a very thoughtful husband/children for mother’s day last year.
Latte. I need all the help I can get.
Cappuchino for me!
Cause I just can’t be “normal”…..I’d say I’m a Mocha Cappuccino girl!
I love commentaries, devo’s and all sorts of stuff to meditate with my Bible.
Journaling is at the top too!
love this! mocha”ccino” because i love the Word + commentaries and all that stuff + the creative photo and journaling :). blessings!
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i signed up to receive e-mail updates from Lisa! love the jewelry.
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generally a cappucino girl, but can be tempted by a good latte!
Although I drink my coffee black, I prefer my Biblical shot in Latte form!
I am subscribed to get your posts in my google reader!
I also shared this on Facebook 🙂
Latte for me! Love this idea, and the descriptions!
Mocha
I’m a subscriber.
I’m a mocha girl. My bookshelves are chock full of Christian living books, journals, and other aids to Bible study, and I love to see God’s word come to life in art, music, and Creation. Though my Bible is pretty simplistic. A black thinline ESV. 🙂
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I tweeted!
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I am a Cappucino 99% of the time, though I do like and use “The Message.”
I’m a mocha girl. 🙂
I subscribed to your blog too! 🙂
what fun! The funny thing is, I don’t drink coffee but I love the fragrance.
I guess it depends on the day….
I like it latte when on the computer reading awesome blogs like this.
Sometimes when I am fearful or anxious, I like it ‘black’.
When in a Bible study or Sunday School, I like it cappuccino style, writing in the margins and taking notes to try and remember nuggets of wisdom.
Most mornings I like it ‘mocha’. I light a candle and try to make the ambiance extra special before my girls wake up and rock the house.
It really is awesome how God has made all these tastings available to us no matter what the preference. May God bless you in your writings! You have inspired me!
I’m a straight up black, but mix a “poor man’s mocha” every now and again…instead of sugar or cream, I’ll dump in a packet of hot chocolate mix….
How does this translate in my Bible reading?? I LOVE reading God’s word straight from the Bible, but prefer the NLT version to read…and going to other translations for additional options of how it reads. I’m a junkie of biblegateway.com and can bounce around there all day!! : )
blessings…
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Definitely Cappuccino! 🙂
Cappuccino for me, maybe with an extra shot of espresso!
I subscribed! Thank you.
I’ll always have a Latte with my morning Devotions! Wow….right on!!!!!!
I’m a mocha girl!
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I also just subscribed.
Just subscribed to Faith Barista, as well as participating in the “Favorite Coffee” survey. I am looking forward to a new shot of faith each day!!! Love it!!!
Latte for me!
I would say I am a Cappucino–hard to break away from the NIV Study Bible.
Nothing is ever simple with me, my favorite is Mocha Latte! My bible is well used, highlighted, underlined, notes written in the margins, between lines, wherever there is space. Pages have fallen out and have been tucked back into the correct books but maybe not the right chapters, and maybe upside down or backwards! I also have sketched inspirational visions, written short phrases or poems and thoughts or questions to “discuss with God” in prayer.
I have a canvas plaid book cover with pockets jammed full of old bulletins & notes. The zipper has an old celtic cross keychain and a memorial stone book mark from a young Marine’s funeral. I’m a collector, artist, thinker and my Bible definitely looks it. It looks like a well loved, cozy room. 🙂 Gonna go subscribe now. God Bless!
just subscribed. headed to facebook with my mocha latte!
I have to say that I am a mix between the cappuccino and the latte. I like to underline/mark/write side notes and have the devotions that God has laid on my heart waiting to be consumed along.
My Bible coffee drink is the capaccino… my Bible is the Thomas Nelson Study Bible, NKJV, my favorite!
I am definitely a cappuccino girl here!! thanks for the chance, great giveaway!
I subscribed!
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I’m a mocha gal!
subscribed~
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It’s a latte! I have enjoyed reading your site. Very encouraging 🙂
Steamed milk for me!
I’m definitely a cappucino gal with my NIV study Bible all highlighted and underlined, and it actually has a few crinkled pages from getting wet (I don’t remember how!). 🙂
My Bible Coffee Drink would be a cappuccino because I love to make notes in my Bible, but it also could be the latte, I appreciate the commentator’s notes in my Bible and how much I learn from them. It’s a toss up, I guess!
According to this article, I like mocha coffe.
In 1990 a lady told me she thought it would help me if I began reading a chapter a day from my Bible. God’s word has helped…even me!
My Bible doesn’t have a front cover anymore. I have underlined and highlighted words on just about every page. I really need to buy a new Bible, but I kinda like this old one.
I’m already a subscriber to Faith Barista. Do I need to subscribe again? If so, please let me kno0w. Thanks! Darlene
I mostly go for a cappuccino, my bible is filled with dates and notes. I love study bible which lead you from one scripture to another and I often get so caught up on that scripture trail that I forget why I started looking at the original scripture to begin with. I do love a good devotional though.
Just subscribed with my cappuccino and shared on facebook. So happy to have found this blog!
well I think I’m both Latte and Mocha!
Love the article, thanks for the giveaway opportunity.
Bonnie, I am resubscribing to your posts. I used to get them and by some craziness somehow lost my subscription. Anyway…I’m so thrilled next week’s word is “hope”. I have been trying to live my word. But you are right…doing it quietly sometimes makes me forget. I especially love your first suggestion: Share my word with God. Isn’t he the one who put it in my heart. I think I’ll be having some jam sessions with God about hope in the future.
And Lisa’s work is beautiful.
.-= Laura´s last blog ..Almost Whole =-.
Latte!!
I also just subscribed! Looking forward to perusing the archives…
Latte girl…I love my slim line NASB w/o commentary or notes but you will most often find it with a Precepts Bible Study close at hand!
Latte for me!
I giggled over the cappuccino description–that’s totally me! Not ten minutes ago I was reading in Genesis and had to go compare the NIV I was reading online to my own NASB. Trying to read through the Bible this year. So far, so good!
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Was super happy to find your fun blog this morning! I’ve subscribed via Google Reader and can’t wait to back-read and get to know you!
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I’m a latte reader! So glad I found your blog which is now in my RSS reader! Looking forward
to moving through this new year with a double shot of faith for each day.
Thank you so much for your words of encourgement. I like Mocha for my favorite Bible drink. I am often reminded of certain scriptures when I least expect it …maybe in a beautiful sunset or taking a walk in the woods…and many times when am feeling down or just need an uplift the Lord gives me scripture through a song….I really enjoy your website and alot of the connections from it…
Mocha – Likes the Word, like a chocolaty treat, a rich confectionery splurge. That’s me 🙂
But I must say I’m a little latte too, I love my Max Lucado Inspirational Study Bible!
“You are an artist who takes in the word and sees it reflected in unexpected places” wow, if that doesn’t explain me…I must be a Mocha “kind of girl.”
Just subscribed and looking forward to the journey…I need all the encouragment and shots of Faith I can get. Ready to taste, learn, and grow from all the other coffee lovers!!!
Finding JOY in the broken places : )
I’m definitely a cappuccino girl. Although these days, instead of my old NIV, I’m exploring the NLT.
Latte!
Latte for me.
I trained myself in early college to be a black coffee after reading that missionary pioneer Jim Elliot wouldn’t write in his bible because then his eyes were drawn to the scribbles of a man instead of the Word of God. Without that, I’m a definite Mocha gal. Nice to meet you (virtually)
I just signed up for receiving your wonderful blog by email! So glad to have found you!!! 🙂
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I would have to say that Mocha Latte sums it up for me.
What a fun way to look at our ‘study style’.
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cappuccino:)!
Latte. 🙂
I subscribed.
I’m definitely a Latte person.
I just subscribed via email!
cappuccino for me! 🙂
I subscribed by email.
and posted on fb, too.
Mocha with a side of mocha please. I have to SEE the words–read them, write them down, doodle about them. See them in a piece of art. Read how someone else applied it to their life.
My word is BE!
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Just shared on twitter! 😀
I’d say I’m a Mocha person. Though I don’t like Mocha’s really–I enjoy getting to know God and His word through many art forms. Typically art draws me in closer to His word and Himself. 🙂
I’d have to order a mocha!
I’ve subscribed.
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Great site and great idea
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Black coffee for me please.
I am a little of each at different times. I have all the devotionals and Christian books to read alongside and like a good latte regularly, but for my real time in the word I like it black. I keep the helps and cream handy if I want them. I love the ESV the best, but I also love to have the amplified nasb and niv handy to compare. If I have the time I get out the Message to read it alongside the translations. I love Lisa Leonard’s jewelry. Thanks for the giveaway.
I subscribed to Faith Barista. Thanks
My One Word for this year 2011 is FAITHFUL (trustworthy)-
The Lord has been faithful to me and proven Himself time and time again-even when & especially when I have been nothing but faithful to Him. I have still found Him True and Faithful to who He is and how amazing His love is Unfailing unto me-His Grace & Goodness unto me only make me fall in love with Him more and more because he doesn’t give me what I deserve-time and time again He takes me back & His goodness and mercies follow me all the days of my life!
I pray that his year, He leads me to paths of righteousness and makes my heart more faithful unto Him. May I learn this year in a deeper way the One who is truly Faithful-amen
My favorite is somewhere between cappucino & latte, I like the shot of espresso but it also has to be rich and creamy
It depends on the day, but I am mostly a mocha latte!
I just subscribed! =]
I’m usually black straight up, but I sometimes go for a cappucino when the mood strikes.
I’m a Latte Girl! ♥
Mine’s gonna have to be the cappuccino – I underline all OVER my NIV, and make sermon notes all over the margins!
Just shared on Facebook!
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I am a Latte with sometimes a little Mocha just for fun. I love the idea finding my One Little Word in the Bible…That’s what I am doing next! Thanks for the idea and the giveway.
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My fav is Mocha. I love journaling w/a touch of art on each page to show my expressions that coresponds w/the prompt/theme of my journal page. My favorite recent page was forgiveness.
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“With God , all things are possible.” Listening for His whispering guidance and keeping an open heart for His grace~ from his Word and His world around us. Mocha Latte is my bible drink. Isabella Grace~ His most precious, unexpected blessing in our lives.
I don’t drink coffee but if I did it would be Cappuccino. I perfer my NIV.
Mocha! although – an iced mocha! (:
I am a latte girl all the way…when it comes to the Word AND my coffee!
I subscribed! Can’t wait to follow all your posts!
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warm latte with a foamy stache for me 🙂
I take a Mocha 🙂
I like the Cappuccino
I think I flit between black and a cappuccino – much like in real life!
Rach
Latte for me! I already subscribed too.
I shared the link on Facebook too!
I would have to say mocha, although I kinda go in and out of seasons in which each becomes the drink I prefer. I think for me no one way will ever be the only way I want to come to scripture. Love the question!
I think I’ve done all of the above.
I really like the question and took some time to think about it.
Don’t really know at the present.
Can I go for sweet Americano?
Strong expresso with the water of babbling or writing responses:
I’ve been reading on iPad in the mornings
and One Year Devotional to 10 year old at bedtimes…
and memorizing Colossians, two verses a week
and 1 Corinthians 13 for school
and sometimes if things are good verses pop into my head and come out my mouth, tickling Theologian Husband’s fancy.
but in Bible study I love to use colored pencils and mark up the text printed out double space for that purpose,
and in VBS I adapted skits to tell the stories to the kids and it came alive for me too,
and so I think I’m going to look into the Journaling Bible.
Thanks for letting me babble (brook) and hope it wasn’t too long!
.-= Beth Werner Lee´s last blog ..update 1-17-11 =-.
Black Coffee – Likes the Word plain and straight. I dont drink my coffee this way but I love God’s word this way. I also like to sip on it slowly and let it absorb.
love the question. i would have to say i am a mocha latte girl!
Mocha! (Although in reality I’d prefer the latte.)
Also, I subscribed.
.-= Elizabeth´s last blog ..Coming soon =-.
Mine would be the Latte – Likes the Word, rich and creamy, and enjoys a foamy mustache.
I shared this giveaway on Twitter and Google buzz
Thanks
~Dina
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.-= Dina´s last blog ..Thursday Giveaway- The One Year Bible Slimline Edition NLT- TuTone =-.
Mine is the black coffee. This year I am using the New King James. Wonderful.
I am a Latte girl!
Cappucino. 10 years or so ago, I heard Mark Driscoll from Mars Hill in Seattle preaching, telling how he keeps a Bible for 5 years with notes in the margins, then writes a letter to one of his children in the front, and sets it aside to give them on their 18th birthday. I have cancer, so I sped up my timeline. A Bible every three years. A different translation every time. Right now, I am reading two – one for each of two of my four children, because I’m not sure how long I have left. In 2012, I will switch to my very last one – one for my son, who is now 3. I pair my notes and comments and thoughts with the Word, hoping they leave a rich legacy of my (undying) faith for my children, even if I die before they are old enough to deeply share it with them.
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I am already subscribed…a faithful and inspired reader!
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Keep Doing Your One Thing (A Lisa Leonard Jewelry Giveaway) http://j.mp/gB8AHA My “one word” this year is hupomeno-Grk for “stay under”
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While my tastes to wander a bit (both in coffee and in my readings), I am generally a black coffee girl! I love the clean pages and reading things new without distractions.
I have recently discovered the Life With God Bible (NRSV) and have really appreciated those insights and applications. And I do enjoy a look back through my old Bibles, full of markings.
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Ooh, I’m black coffee with some cappucino leanings. I like the Word sharp and straight but I’m constantly highlighting, underlining and writing in my margins. His Word is so rich and always a gift of which He has given for deep drinking.
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I would say straight up black with a cappucino now and then! and sometimes a mocha as a treat.
For whatever reason, I am incapable of commenting on the Joy post…so I’ll just tell you here that I thought that post was fab.u.lous.o. I loved that you mixed some practical tips and scripture with a very applicable analogy. I love your heart, girl!
Cappucino want-to-be! I keep trying to do more!
I finally made it back here to subscribe. Yay!
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**Bonnie, I would love your Fried Rice recipe. Could you PLEASE email me. It is one of my hubby’s faves and I would love to get it perfect. :)**
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I am a mocha girl. Loved the description. It made me smile and then reading the comments to see others like me :o)
Latte for me(: . Thanks for the metaphors!!
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Just read your words about inner critic and not over analyzing. Great. I’m there, too. This year is the year for putting action steps to ideas not just being in my head. I will affirm that ‘God Loves Me’, too. Thanks. Doug
Totally a Latte! :o)
Love this line I’ll be that Someone for you in the end. I know I can always trust in this promise! Thank you Bonnie for being so open…you have blessed me today.
Blessings,
Kendra
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Asking what God thinks. Awesome. We need to remember that in every walk of life, every decision we make. Even the little things… “Well God, what do you think?” I too felt that singleness might be in my future…But God. But God had a different plan. I have to confess, I hated dating! Im really glad Im not doing it anymore!:) I really love what God said to you, ” if there is no other, trust that I’ll be that Someone for you in the end.” God will always be my most special someone!
I remember the time in my life when I was called to singleness, when I met a dynamic Christian speaker who seemed so perfectly content to be single and so passionate about her ministry. I wanted to be just like her. A dear friend pointed out that it wasn’t her singleness that I should be impressed by or trying to emulate, but her contentment. And Paul encourages us to learn to be content whatever our circumstances.
I’m just coming across your blog from incourage and started reading. I decided to comment on this one even though its a few days old. I am my own worst enemy. I’m not sure critic is a good word for me. But if I were to use critic it was engrained in my mind from childhood. I could never do ‘enough’ to be right. Or so I thought. So I didnt deal with it. I kept getting deeper and deeper inside myself as the walls kept going up. One. Brick. At. A. Time. For years! The past few years I have spent working through a lot of issues. 8 months of last year I spent focusing on my past and those issues. This issue of being my own worst critic was a big part of it also. Through lot of counseling, praying, crying, yelling, secluding myself for days on end to sift through my past and lots and lots of writing, I learned a lot. The biggest thing was learning/believing that I am loved by God. Period. Whatever I do he will love me. I do not need to be or pretend to be ‘together’ because He knows I am not. And still loves me for being me.
Hope for this year? It started to seep into my heart and mind just after the first of the year. I started to believe the changes in me are real. They are from God so they are right. I am not the same as I used to be because He is my foundation now.
The verse I chose for this year–(I’ve had one or two verses for each year the past few years that have pulled me through whatever the issue)–“He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Jesus Christ.” Phil. 1:6.
I believe this, so this is my hope!
Lisa
God has been showing me in so many ways He desires to fill my longings and needs with Himself. I’m longing to know Him at a deeper level, moment by moment. There isn’t one problem, one opportunity that He can’t handle. I crave the fulfillment of all He wants to reveal in me and through me. May we crave Him! He is worthy!
I always assumed I had to be friends with the guy first, then date them at least a year, be engaged at least a year and then get married.
Turns out, I met my now husband the night after I had given up on dating, we knew instantly, we dated for three months, were engaged for six months and were married nine months to the day that we had initially met.
From that, I learned that God’s plans are perfect and to let my timeline go…
I just finished reading your article on “Confessions About Singleness and Dating.” On the eve of my 30th birthday I want to thank you for sharing your insights and revelations you gleaned in your journey of singleness. I specifically felt empowered by the words the Lord spoke to you regarding your singleness.
As I embark on the adventure of being a thirty year old tomorrow. I take with me the truth that God shared with you. I too agree that if there is a potential spouse for me, he will be found in Jesus. On the other hand, if there is no future husband for me, then my Jesus will be and is my husband. My spiritual husband.
Thank you. 🙂
Bonnie, it seems so easy to say that we are loved. That we have always been loved. But so hard to believe. I love the idea of the fire, the fuel and the oxygen. Nothing burns without all three.
I also think that those old voices in our head, old ghosts that come over for coffee can damp the fire down and starve it of oxygen. Those voices becomes louder than the still, small voice.
‘You are loved, you always have been.’
Sending you love today x Claire